Focused Ultrasound for Essential Tremor

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In July 2016 Dr. Michael Kaplitt became the first doctor in New York to use high-intensity focused ultrasound after the FDA approved it for use against essential tremor. The technology is a new way to eliminate the source of tremors in a completely non-invasive way. Since then, Dr. Kaplitt has performed the procedure on two more patients, including CEO Alexandra Lebenthal, with great success. The links below provide more information about the procedure.

On Good Day New York: New ultrasound treatment for tremors Neurosurgeon Dr. Michael Kaplitt performed a new ultra-sound procedure on the brain of patient Alexandra Lebenthal that has apparently cured her essential tremor. Watch the video